Last Updated on: 5th July 2023, 08:29 am
The First Shipment Of Pakistani Mangoes Arrives in The UAE
Residents of the UAE can now taste Pakistani mangoes as the first shipment has arrived in the country. This year’s crop is better than last year’s, resulting in sweeter mangoes and better prices due to the devaluation of the rupee.
According to Mustafa Altaf, Managing Director of Altaf Hussain Trading Co, the first shipment of over 90 containers included Sindhri and Almas varieties known for their excellent quality, ripeness, and flavor.
Other popular varieties like Dusehri, Saroli, Anwar Ratol, Gulas Khaas, and Langra will follow. Mangoes are generally available until September unless heavy rains interrupt the supply.
Shipments of mangoes have started arriving by air and sea shipments will start soon. Prices are expected to be the same as last year or slightly lower due to the weak rupee against the UAE dirham. The rupee has depreciated significantly in recent months.
Pakistan is a major exporter of mangoes, supplying countries such as UAE, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, the UK, the USA, Canada, EU countries, and Singapore.
The UAE is a major destination for Pakistan’s mango exports, worth millions of dollars during the three-month season.
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